Introduction: How to Install Microsoft Office 2016 for Mac for Free
Microsoft has put out the free download of Office 2016 for Mac public preview, without any Office 365 subscription required. The new software includes support for Retina displays, iCloud syncing, and looks like the versions of Office currently available on Windows and mobile.
Description The 15.2 version of Microsoft Office 2016 for Mac is provided as a free download on our software library. The current installation package available for download requires 1.4 GB of hard disk space. This Mac download was scanned by our built-in antivirus and was rated as malware free. DirectX End-User Runtime Web Installer Volume license editions of Office 2016 client products require activation. This download enables IT administrators to set up a Key Management Service (KMS) or configure a domain for Active Directory-Based activation. Existing Office 2016 for Mac customers will be seamlessly upgraded to 64-bit versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote as part of the August product release (version 15.25). This affects customers of all license types: Retail, Office 365 Consumer, Office 365 Commercial, and Volume License installations.
You can begin the free download here.
Step 1: Download the Install
Once you download the 2.6GB file to your downloads folder, click on the Office Preview Package to get started. You will be guided through the necessary steps to install this software.
Tip: I had to upgrade my OS X because you can't install Office for Mac with any version of OS X below 10.10. To see my tutorial on how to upgrade your OS X go here.
I also had some internet interruptions on my initial download to my downloads folder and had a hard time opening the package because it did not download the full 2.6GB. Make sure that you fully downloaded the package.
Step 2: Read and Agree to Licensing Agreement
The software license agreement comes in many languages, this one in English. Once you read the agreement, you will have scrolled to the bottom. Click continue to agree.
Step 3: Agree to the License Agreement to Begin Installation
You will then be prompted to agree. Once you do you will select what users of your computer will have access to the software to select the destination for install. You will need 5.62GB of free space to install. Select and click continue.
Step 4: Install Office for Mac
I want all users of my computer to be able to access Office and made sure to have the available space. Now I am ready to install. I click install. I had to wait a few moments for the installation to complete. Then I was notified that the installation was successful. And my installation is complete.
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Key Features
Office Home & Business 2016 for Mac is designed for users and small businesses that want Office with the power of Outlook for email, calendars and contacts. It’s the Office you know and trust, updated to take advantage of the latest Mac features, including Retina display and full screen view.
Outlook (Mail, schedules, calendars, to-do lists and contacts application)
Put together long e-mail threads under a single subject, freeing up your inbox space with Conversations. View your calendar right in the meeting invitation with Calendar view. With .PST import, migrate to Outlook for Mac from Windows, using the simple import tool. Consolidate all your e-mail, from work and home, into a single folder with unified inbox – streamline all your messages into one place.
Word (Word processing application)
Powerful writing tools and enhanced desktop publishing help you create outstanding documents, making it simple to store, edit and share your work easily on the web. Reorder Objects enables you to rearrange layers of text, photos and graphics throughout your documents.
Excel (Spreadsheet and charting application)
Analyse, organise and manage all your data and lists. Then save, edit and share online. Excel templates do most of the setup and design for you, so you can focus on your information. For greater insight, convert your info into a chart or table.
PowerPoint (Presentations application)
Build and share rich and professional presentations, with engaging new features like narration and presentation broadcast to then save, edit and co-author online. Use Reorder Objects to easily reorder layers of text, photos and graphics throughout your presentation.
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OneNote (Digital note-taking application)
OneNote for Mac is available for free download. Keep all your notes, on all your devices, always up to date. Type, hand write or sketch your notes. Clip links and webpages, insert photos and videos, embed tables and attach files.
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OneDrive
All OneDrive users receive free online storage with OneDrive. Upload your Office documents, photos, presentations and more and then access them from a Mac, PC, iPad, iPhone or other tablet or phone.
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Office Online
Free Office Online sync with your OneDrive account, so when you’re away from your Mac or PC you can access, view, edit and share your Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OneNote files from any Internet-connected device running a supported browser.